Intro/Weekend Recap12:26 Chapters 30-End1:06:20 Thoughts on the Book1:11:50 Meme CompetitionWelcome back to 20 Pages! In this episode we start our 8th book; "1453" by Greg Crowley. If you're fascinated by the ebb and flow of civilizations, epic battles, and the turning points that shaped the world, this book is a must-read, and our episodes will be a must listen!"1453" transports us back to the final, tumultuous year of the Byzantine Empire. Greg Crowley masterfully recounts the events leading to the fall of Constantinople, a city that stood as a bulwark of the Eastern Roman Empire for nearly a thousand years. This gripping narrative explores the clash of empires, the larger-than-life personalities of the time, and the seismic shifts that would alter the course of history.In this episode we talk through our weekend recap where the boys share about their Thanksgiving weekends. Then the boys then talk Chapters 1-6 (Spoiler alert we have no idea wtf is going on) discussing our thoughts throughout. Finally we finish up our episode with a meme competition!If you've already immersed yourself in the pages of "1453", share your thoughts in the comments below. If you haven't had the chance to read "1453" yet, don't worry! You can still engage with our discussion and gain valuable insights into this critical moment in time.Don't forget to subscribe, like, and hit the notification bell to stay updated with our book club's upcoming discussions. We have a remarkable lineup of books on the horizon that you won't want to miss.SUPPORT 20 PAGES:Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/20pagespod/Join our Discord: https://discord.gg/X6zdquVFyg https://discord.gg/X6zdquVFygFollow us on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@20pagespod